History Fair at Shawnee State University
Portsmouth’s Past, All in One Place Cap off the weekend at the History Fair, with historical displays highlighting the programming, projects, and collections of Portsmouth-area historical organizations and related non-profits. Meet and network with others who are working to preserve and promote history in Portsmouth. This event is free and open to the public. October […]
The Wall That Heals Welcomes Home Ceremony- “A Nation Forever Grateful”
The Wall That Heals is a traveling, three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. It lists the 58,281 names on the original Wall so communities can visit close to home. When the exhibit visits St. Clairsville, Ohio, at the Belmont County Fairgrounds (October 1–4, 2026), it will be open 24 hours while […]
Blacksmith Bellows Restoration – Open House
The Oak Harbor Public Library, Local History Museum cordially invites the public to an Open House that will showcase a piece of Oak Harbor’s early history: the newly restored 1894 L.D. Link blacksmith bellows. Enjoy light refreshments as you are regaled with stories from the descendants of Louis Link himself, along with the family who […]
135th Ohio Volunteer Infantry
Historian and Pickerington High School alumnus Earl Nicodemus will discuss the incredible hardships faced by the 135th Ohio Volunteer Infantry during the American Civil War. After training at Camp Chase, located in what is now Columbus’ Hilltop neighborhood, the troops, comprised of National Guard units from Licking and Hardin counties, were deployed to West Virginia […]
Revolutionary War Experience
This interactive traveling exhibition created by the American Battlefield Trust and the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) to bring the story of the Revolutionary War to life beyond textbooks and documentaries. Rather than focusing solely on generals and statesmen, the exhibit highlights the lives of ordinary people whose choices, courage, and sacrifices shaped the […]
Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s Warriors
Growing out of President George W. Bush’s personal commitment and the ongoing work of the Bush Institute’s Veterans and Military Families program, Portraits of Courage brings together sixty-six full-color portraits and a four-panel mural painted by President Bush of 98 service members and Veterans who have served our nation with honor since 9/11, and whom […]
Stars, Bars, & Cars
Help us celebrate America 250 with a great car show! There will be music, food vendors, and a few surprises! The Ernie Hall Aviation Museum will showcase its new hangar and celebrate being part of Ohio’s Air & Space Trail and Ohio Transportation Trails & Tales. (This event is cash only.) $10 per person; children […]
Celebrating America’s Birthday 250 years on US 250
Join us at the Bailey Lakes Hall for a look at local history, including Bailey Lakes, Clear Creek Township, and Savannah. Several artifacts, documents, flags, and more will be on display from 10 A.M. – 5 P.M. on July 25, 2026. All ages and abilities are invited to a friendly pickup softball game along with […]
Touch-A-Truck
Families were able to learn about different forms of transportation, from an ambulance and police car to a tractor and school bus.
Coffee with Collections
Join Stan Hywet’s Collections staff for a warm, conversational morning as they share the heart of the America 250 exhibit, The Families That Built Akron, developed alongside everyday Akron families and on view in the Manor House from May 23 through September 13, 2026. Hear firsthand how local history came to life in this one-of-a-kind […]